Horse Racing News
Melbourne Cup winner Half Yours begins 2026 campaign
Despite being only in the early phase of his preparation, Half Yours has already impressed Calvin McEvoy as he builds toward another ambitious campaign in 2026. The five-year-old son of St Jean, who surged from provincial Benchmark 64 grade in April to claim Melbourne Cup honours in November, has been back...
Melbourne Cup horse Torranzino to target 2026 Tancred Stakes
Melbourne Cup placegetter Torranzino has resumed work with trainer Paul Preusker, who is considering a Tancred Stakes campaign for the rising stayer. The gelding returned to the stable on Monday following a freshen-up after finishing fifth in the $10 million Group 1 Melbourne Cup (3200m). Preusker initially thought he might give...
Hedged to go again in the 2026 Standish Handicap
With the early disappointment now behind them, Gavin Bedggood is taking a measured approach with Hedged as the sprinter builds momentum in his campaign. Hedged registered his first win for the Cranbourne trainer – and his first success in 18 months – when he capitalised on clear running to score decisively...
Nadal’s 2026 Standish Hnadicap hopes weather-dependent
Nadal’s potential rematch with Hedged in next Saturday’s $200,000 Standish Handicap at Flemington may hinge on how Melbourne’s weather unfolds this week. The Ciaron Maher stable is preparing the five-year-old son of Xtravagant for the 1200-metre Group 3, but is remaining cautious given the forecast conditions. With extreme heat expected midweek before...
Attica set to step out ahead of 2026 Hobartville Stakes return
There will be no long wait for another appearance from Attica, with the Group 1-winning colt set to step out in the trials this Friday. The Lonhro three-year-old is well into his preparation for the Autumn Carnival and will trial at Warwick Farm in what is expected to be the first...
Precious Charm digs deep in the 2026 Coastal Classic at Geelong
According to Harry Coffey, Precious Charm may not have been at her sharpest, but she still proved too tough when it mattered most at Geelong on Saturday. The Symon Wilde-trained mare produced a courageous effort on a Good 3 surface to prevail in a gripping running of the $200,000 Coastal Classic...
Ninja's odds slashed to win 2026 Magic Millions Guineas after Vo Rogue Plate win
A master of surprise and efficiency, a ninja strikes only when the moment is right, and that philosophy played out perfectly at Eagle Farm. Ninja ($2.30F) delivered a stunning display, the three-year-old gelding powering to a near five-length victory in the Group 3 Vo Rogue Plate (1300m) and strengthening his grip...
Knightsbridge impresses on debut 2026 Magic Millions Classic next
Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott look set to send a powerful team to the Gold Coast after Knightsbridge announced himself with a commanding first-up win at Randwick. The Farnan colt, purchased for $750,000 at last year’s Gold Coast Yearling Sale, lived up to expectations when winning the Kia Ora Yearlings @...
Moana Spirit maintains perfect start in the 2026 Geelong Diamond
Moana Spirit has continued her rapid rise through the juvenile ranks, remaining unbeaten after claiming the Geelong Diamond (1100m) at just her second career start. The Tony and Calvin McEvoy-trained filly showed maturity and a sharp turn of foot to defeat a competitive field, confirming the promise she displayed when successful...
Warwoven cements 2026 Magic Millions Classic favouritism
A short-priced favourite once again delivered as Warwoven strengthened his grip on favouritism for the Magic Millions 2yo Classic with a dominant Eagle Farm success. Just a fortnight out from the $3 million, 1200-metre Gold Coast centrepiece, trainer Bjorn Baker reiterated his confidence in the colt, rating Warwoven ($1.65) alongside his...